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Cala Millor Restaurant Shut After Authorities Report Labour Exploitation and Food-Safety Failures ![Portrait of Rob Harley, Mallorca CSC news desk](/images/uploads/5f094d99-3443-4907-8555-2910851fd38a/rob-harley-1920x1920.jpg)By [Rob Harley](/user-profile?u=a65dddce-73db-40b5-8660-fe93612a7384 "View the author's member profile")Published Todayin [Policy](/news/policy "Policy") A Cala Millor restaurant was closed after a joint inspection found irregular workers, 13-hour shifts, unsafe food handling and poor living conditions. ![Portrait of Rob Harley, Mallorca CSC news desk](/images/uploads/5f094d99-3443-4907-8555-2910851fd38a/rob-harley-1920x1920.jpg)By [Rob Harley](/user-profile?u=a65dddce-73db-40b5-8660-fe93612a7384 "View the author's member profile") Rob Harley has reported on cannabis law and the non-profit association movement across Europe for the past decade. He focuses on how regulation actually reaches the members who use cannabis social clubs — the paperwork, the limits, and the slow build of public trust. His work for Mallorca CSC aims to be accurate, sourced, and free of hype. [More articles by this author](/news/author/rob-harley "See all articles by this author")Published Todayin [Policy](/news/policy "Policy") In this article1. [A joint inspection ends in immediate closure](/news/policy/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-failures#a-joint-inspection-ends-in-immediate-closure "A joint inspection ends in immediate closure") 2. [Inspectors recorded 13-hour working days](/news/policy/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-failures#inspectors-recorded-13-hour-working-days "Inspectors recorded 13-hour working days") 3. [Food handling and worker accommodation raised separate concerns](/news/policy/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-failures#food-handling-and-worker-accommodation-raised-separate-concerns "Food handling and worker accommodation raised separate concerns") 4. [The closure does not end the administrative or legal process](/news/policy/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-failures#the-closure-does-not-end-the-administrative-or-legal-process "The closure does not end the administrative or legal process") 5. [The restaurant manager disputes the allegations](/news/policy/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-failures#the-restaurant-manager-disputes-the-allegations "The restaurant manager disputes the allegations") Authorities in [Cala Millor](/csc-cannabis-clubs-420/cala-millor "🌿 Weed Clubs — 5 Verified Nearby · Coffeeshop | Mallorca CSC") shut a restaurant on 23 July after a joint inspection found 15 workers, including three in an irregular situation, alongside alleged labour exploitation and serious food-safety and housing deficiencies, according to [ARA Balears’ report on the closure](https://www.arabalears.cat/societat/tancat-restaurant-cala-millor-tenia-explotats-papers_1_5808563.html "ARA Balears’ report on the closure"). ## A joint inspection ends in immediate closure The inspection took place at about 1pm on 23 July in Cala Millor, within the municipality of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar. It followed information initially requested by the Local Police of Sant Llorenç over possible labour exploitation involving foreign workers in an irregular situation. The matter was then passed to the Foreigners Subgroup of Spain’s National Police station in Manacor. Investigators carried out further checks and confirmed the information supplied by the local police before the wider operation took place. The participating public bodies were: - Spain’s National Police, including its Foreigners Subgroup in Manacor. - The Local Police of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar. - Spain’s Labour Inspectorate. - The Balearic Government’s health and housing departments. The operation found problems in several areas at once: the employment status and working hours of staff, the conditions in which food was handled, and the rooms where some employees were living. Those findings led to the restaurant’s immediate closure. ### The scene after the order [![Closed Cala Millor restaurant exterior with shutters down after a joint inspection](/images/uploads/af879b59-53c5-4172-bbf3-b6e9ce7638bc/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-f-1920x1080.jpg)](/images/uploads/af879b59-53c5-4172-bbf3-b6e9ce7638bc/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-f-1920x1080.avif "View image full size") The Cala Millor restaurant was ordered to close immediately after the inspection. ## Inspectors recorded 13-hour working days Of the 15 workers present during the inspection, Spain’s National Police reported that three were in an irregular situation in Spain. The other 12 were registered as working half-time, despite reportedly working 13 hours a day, seven days a week. The discrepancy between the recorded employment arrangements and the hours described by inspectors is central to the possible labour case. The authorities did not present the matter as a simple paperwork issue: the Foreigners Group opened expulsion files in relation to the three workers in an irregular situation and continued investigating whether those responsible for the establishment may have committed an offence against workers’ rights. The main figures from the inspection are: The Cala Millor inspection in figures 15 workersPresent at the restaurant 13 hours per dayWorking pattern reported for the registered staff 9 roomsHousing spaces identified by inspectors 10 daysGiven to address the reported deficiencies The employment-status breakdown recorded during the inspection was: Worker status recorded during the inspection (workers) The labour concerns identified in the supplied police account included: - Three workers were present in Spain in an irregular situation. - Twelve other workers were registered for half-time employment. - Those 12 workers were reported to be working 13 hours each day. - The reported schedule ran across all seven days of the week. - Authorities continued examining whether the conditions could amount to an offence against workers’ rights. ## Food handling and worker accommodation raised separate concerns The Balearic Government’s health inspectors identified multiple deficiencies in refrigeration, food handling and cooking. The restaurant was reportedly failing to maintain the cold chain, was not separating foods properly and was preparing food without basic hygiene measures. The conditions around the kitchen and storage areas also affected the accommodation provided to employees. Housing inspectors identified nine rooms that lacked the minimum conditions considered necessary for dignified living. The rooms were shared, had no private bathrooms, lacked ventilation and were described as very dirty. Several of the rooms were directly beside the kitchen and food-storage areas. Inspectors also reported a strong smell of food. The proximity between sleeping spaces, food preparation and storage areas formed part of the wider set of conditions recorded during the operation. The main findings by area were: Findings recorded during the Cala Millor inspection | Area | Reported finding | Immediate consequence | Source | |---|---|---|---| | Employment | Three workers were in an irregular situation; 12 were registered half-time despite reported 13-hour daily shifts. | Expulsion files were opened for the three irregular workers and a possible workers’ rights offence remained under investigation. | [ARA Balears’ inspection report](https://www.arabalears.cat/societat/tancat-restaurant-cala-millor-tenia-explotats-papers_1_5808563.html "ARA Balears’ inspection report") | | Food safety | Cold-chain failures, inadequate food separation and a lack of basic hygiene during preparation. | The restaurant was closed immediately. | [ARA Balears’ inspection report](https://www.arabalears.cat/societat/tancat-restaurant-cala-millor-tenia-explotats-papers_1_5808563.html "ARA Balears’ inspection report") | | Accommodation | Nine shared rooms without private bathrooms or ventilation, with poor cleanliness and located beside kitchen and storage areas. | The Balearic Government’s housing inspectors recorded the conditions as deficient. | [ARA Balears’ inspection report](https://www.arabalears.cat/societat/tancat-restaurant-cala-millor-tenia-explotats-papers_1_5808563.html "ARA Balears’ inspection report") | | Permits and licences | The Local Police raised records concerning documents, permits and licences. | Possible administrative infringements were to be examined separately. | [ARA Balears’ inspection report](https://www.arabalears.cat/societat/tancat-restaurant-cala-millor-tenia-explotats-papers_1_5808563.html "ARA Balears’ inspection report") | ### A kitchen connected to the accommodation [![Closed restaurant kitchen and storage areas in Cala Millor after a food-safety inspection](/images/uploads/bf97b437-0c59-4fc4-998e-09fcd4479c6c/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-f-1920x1080.jpg)](/images/uploads/bf97b437-0c59-4fc4-998e-09fcd4479c6c/cala-millor-restaurant-shut-after-authorities-report-labour-exploitation-and-food-safety-f-1920x1080.avif "View image full size") Health inspectors reported failures involving refrigeration, food separation and basic hygiene. ## The closure does not end the administrative or legal process The restaurant was given 10 days to resolve the health and other deficiencies if it is to reopen. That period is separate from any administrative sanctions the business may face. The closure therefore functions as an immediate public-health and safety measure, while other proceedings continue through the relevant authorities. The English-language [account of the Mallorca inspection](https://www.majorcadailybulletin.com/news/local/2026/07/25/144369/immediate-closure-ordered-restaurant-leading-mallorca-tourist-resort.html "account of the Mallorca inspection") likewise described the order as an immediate closure following findings involving food hygiene and workers’ living conditions. The follow-up now involves several distinct tracks: 1. The business must address the deficiencies identified by health and housing inspectors within the stated 10-day period if it seeks to reopen. 2. The relevant administrative authorities may continue with sanctions independently of the closure order. 3. Spain’s National Police has opened expulsion files concerning the three workers in an irregular situation. 4. The Foreigners Group is continuing to examine whether the establishment’s responsible parties may have committed an offence against workers’ rights. 5. The Local Police of Sant Llorenç is reviewing possible breaches involving permits, licences and other documentation. The 10-day period is not a clean bill of health The time allowed to correct the reported deficiencies concerns the possibility of reopening. It does not cancel possible administrative sanctions or the continuing investigation into labour and documentation issues. ## The restaurant manager disputes the allegations The restaurant’s manager disputed the authorities’ account in comments reported by Ultima Hora. According to [the manager’s response](https://amp.ultimahora.es/sucesos/ultimas/2026/07/26/2677321/encargado-del-restaurante-cerrado-por-sanidad-cala-millor-todo-mentira-solo-nos-roto-lavavajillas.html "the manager’s response"), the allegations were false and the closure had resulted only from a broken dishwasher. That account conflicts with the findings described by Spain’s National Police and the Balearic Government inspection teams, which listed failures involving the cold chain, food separation, hygiene, worker registration and accommodation. The supplied information does not indicate that the possible offence against workers’ rights has been judicially established; it says the investigation is continuing. The following questions can be answered from the inspection record currently available: Cala Millor restaurant closure: key questions When was the restaurant closed?The joint inspection took place at about 1pm on 23 July, and the restaurant was closed immediately after the reported deficiencies were identified. How many workers were found at the premises?Inspectors found 15 workers. Three were reported to be in an irregular situation in Spain, while the other 12 were registered as working half-time. Could the restaurant reopen?The business was given 10 days to resolve the deficiencies so that it could potentially reopen. Any reopening process is separate from possible administrative sanctions. Has a crime against workers’ rights been confirmed?No. Spain’s National Police continued investigating whether the responsible parties may have committed such an offence. What happened to the three workers in an irregular situation?The Foreigners Group opened expulsion proceedings in relation to them, according to the reported police account. The case therefore remains open on several fronts: the restaurant’s ability to correct the health and housing deficiencies, possible administrative sanctions, the documentation review by Sant Llorenç Local Police and the ongoing examination of the labour conditions. The central facts are: Key takeaways - A Cala Millor restaurant was closed immediately after a joint inspection on 23 July. - Authorities found 15 workers, including three in an irregular situation, while 12 others were registered as half-time despite reported 13-hour working days. - Health inspectors reported failures involving refrigeration, food separation, cooking hygiene and the cold chain. - Housing inspectors identified nine inadequate shared rooms beside the kitchen and food-storage areas. - The business was given 10 days to address the deficiencies, while labour, documentation and possible sanction proceedings continued. The Cala Millor closure brought labour enforcement, food-safety controls, housing inspection and local licensing checks together at one restaurant. The business’s response remains contested, and the final consequences will depend on the administrative and investigative processes still under way. ## Sources 1. 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